AVM 226 - Engine Electrical Systems

1. Recall proficient knowledge of engine ignition systems
2. Recall proficient knowledge of engine starting systems
3. Demonstrate common processes/procedures associated with engine electrical system troubleshooting 

1. Reciprocating Engine Ignition Systems
2. Magneto-Ignition System Operating Principles
   1. High-Tension Magneto System Theory of Operation
   2. Magneto and Distributor Venting
   3. Ignition Harness
   4. Ignition Switches
   5. Single and Dual High-Tension System Magnetos
   6. Magneto Mounting Systems
3. FADEC System Description
   1. Low-Voltage Harness
   2. Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
   3. PowerLink Ignition System
4. Auxiliary Ignition Units
   1. Booster Coil
   2. Impulse Coupling
   3. High-Tension Retard Breaker Vibrator
   4. Low-Tension Retard Breaker Vibrator
5. Spark Plugs
6. Reciprocating Engine Ignition System Maintenance and Inspection
7. Magneto-Ignition Timing Devices
   1. Built-In Engine Timing Reference Marks
   2. Timing Disks
   3. Piston Position Indicators
   4. Timing Lights
8. Checking the Internal Timing of a Magneto
   1. High-Tension Magneto E-Gap Setting (Bench Timing)
   2. Timing the High-tension Magneto to the Engine
   3. Performing Ignition System Checks
   4. Ignition Switch Check
   5. Maintenance and Inspection of Ignition Leads
   6. Replacement of Ignition Harness
   7. Checking Ignition Induction Vibrator Systems
9. Spark Plug Inspection and Maintenance
   1. Oil Fouling of Spark Plugs
   2. Lead Fouling of Spark Plugs
   3. Graphite Fouling of Spark Plugs
   4. Gap Erosion of Spark Plugs
   5. Spark Plug Removal
   6. Spark Plug Reconditioning Service
   7. Inspection Prior to Installation
   8. Spark Plug Installation
   9. Spark Plug Lead Installation
   10. Breaker Point Inspection
   11. Dielectric Inspection
   12. Ignition Harness Maintenance
   13. High-Tension Ignition Harness Faults
   14. Harness Testing
10. Turbine Engine Ignition Systems
    1. Capacitor Discharge Exciter Unit
    2. Igniter Plugs
11. Turbine Ignition System Inspection and Maintenance
    1. Inspection
    2. Check System Operation
    3. Repair
12. Removal, Maintenance, and Installation of Ignition System Components
    1. Ignition System Leads
    2. Igniter Plugs
13. Powerplant Electrical Systems
    1. Wire Size
    2. Factors Affecting the Selection of Wire Size
    3. Factors Affecting Selection of Conductor Material
    4. Voltage Drop in Aircraft Wire and Cable
    5. Conductor Insulation
    6. Identifying Wire and Cable
    7. Electrical Wiring Installation
    8. Wire Groups and Bundle
    9. Spliced Connections in Wire Bundles
    10. Slack in Wiring Bundles
    11. Bend Radii
    12. Routing and Installation
    13. Protection Against Chafing
    14. Protection Against High Temperature
    15. Protection Against Solvents and Fluid
    16. Protection of Wires in Wheel Well Area
    17. Routing Precautions
    18. Installation of Cable Clamps
14. Lacing and Tying Wire Bundle
    1. Single-Cord Lacing
    2. Double-Cord Lacing
    3. Tying
15. Cutting Wire and Cable
16. Stripping Wire and Cable
    1. Solderless Terminals and Splices
    2. Copper Wire Terminals
    3. Crimping Tools
    4. Aluminum Wire Terminals
    5. Splicing Copper Wires Using Pre-Insulated Wires
17. Emergency Splicing Repairs
    1. Splicing with Solder and Potting Compound
18. Connecting Terminal Lugs to Terminal Blocks
19. Bonding and Grounding
    1. General Bonding and Grounding Procedures
20. Connectors
    1. Types of Connectors
    2. Connector Identification
    3. Installation of Connectors
21. Conduit
22. Electrical Equipment Installation
    1. Electrical Load Limits
    2. Controlling or Monitoring the Electrical Load
    3. Circuit Protection Devices
    4. Switches
    5. Relays
23. Engine Starting Systems
24. Reciprocating Engine Starting Systems
    1. Inertia Starters
    2. Direct Cranking Electric Starter
    3. Reciprocating Engine Starting System Maintenance Practices
    4. Troubleshooting Small Aircraft Starting Systems
25. Gas Turbine Engine Starters
26. Electric Starting Systems and Starter Generator Starting System
    1. Troubleshooting a Starter Generator Starting System
27. Air Turbine Starters
    1. Air Turbine Starter Troubleshooting Guide